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Controversy Erupts Over Mosque's Ban on Maccabi Fans

1/10/2026

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The Green Lane mosque in Birmingham consulted West Midlands Police before banning Maccabi Tel Aviv fans.
The mosque hosted Aqeel Mahmood, a preacher, who claimed men may physically discipline their wives as a 'last resort' and asserted male authority.
The mosque faces criticism for hosting other preachers with similar views.
West Midlands Police face scrutiny over the ban's intelligence.
Critics say the ban was unjustified.

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Story summary

The Green Lane mosque in Birmingham consulted West Midlands Police before banning Maccabi Tel Aviv fans.
The mosque hosted Aqeel Mahmood, a preacher, who claimed men may physically discipline their wives as a 'last resort' and asserted male authority.
The mosque faces criticism for hosting other preachers with similar views.
West Midlands Police face scrutiny over the ban's intelligence.
Critics say the ban was unjustified.